Alright, listen up, y’all. You liked that movie, “Edge of Seventeen,” huh? That one with the girl, always fussin’ and moanin’? Yeah, I know the type. Well, if you’re lookin’ for more movies like that, you come to the right place. I’m gonna tell ya ’bout some flicks that’ll scratch that same itch.
First off, let’s talk about movies that got that same kinda teen spirit, you know? That feelin’ of bein’ all mixed up and not fittin’ in. They call it “angst” or somethin’. Fancy word for just feelin’ like a chicken with its head cut off.
- “The Perks of Being a Wallflower”: Now, this one’s about a boy, but he’s just as messed up as that girl in “Edge of Seventeen.” He’s got his own problems, shy and quiet, tryin’ to figure out life and friends. It’s a bit more serious, mind you, not all laughs and giggles. But it gets ya thinkin’, that’s for sure.
- “Clueless”: Okay, this one’s a bit older, but it’s a classic. It’s about a rich girl, way different from that Nadine girl, but she’s still got that teenage thing goin’ on. Thinkin’ she knows it all, but really, she’s just as lost as the rest of ’em. Plus, it’s got all them fancy clothes and whatnot. Eye candy, they call it.
Now, them movies ain’t exactly the same, mind you. But they got that somethin’, that feelin’ of bein’ a teenager and not knowin’ which way is up. That’s what you liked about “Edge of Seventeen,” right? The girl, she was a mess, but she was a real mess. Not like them perfect kids you see on TV.
Let’s see, what else we got? Ah, yes, movies with that family drama. ‘Cause let’s be honest, families can be a real pain in the neck. Especially when you’re a teenager and think you know everything.
That Nadine girl, she had problems with her momma and her brother, right? Always fightin’ and fussin’. Well, a lot of movies got that kinda stuff. It’s real life, ain’t it?
“The Edge of Seventeen” itself, it showed how hard it is to lose a parent. That poor girl lost her daddy, and that messed her up good. So, if you want movies that deal with that kinda stuff, you gotta look for somethin’ a little heavy. Not all sunshine and rainbows, you understand?
Movies like that, they show you that life ain’t easy. People get hurt, they make mistakes, and sometimes, they just plain mean. But you know what? That’s life. And it’s okay to feel all them feelings, even the bad ones. That’s what them movies are tellin’ ya.
Now, some folks might say these movies got too much “language” and “adult themes.” Well, I say, life’s got language and adult themes too. Kids ain’t stupid. They know what’s goin’ on. Better to see it in a movie and talk about it, than to pretend it ain’t there, right?
That Nadine girl, she swore like a sailor sometimes. But that’s how some folks talk. It ain’t always pretty, but it’s real. And that’s what matters, bein’ real.
So, if you’re lookin’ for movies like “Edge of Seventeen,” you gotta look for movies that are real. Movies that show teenagers bein’ awkward and messed up and confused. Movies that show families fightin’ and lovin’ each other, all at the same time. And movies that ain’t afraid to show the good, the bad, and the ugly.
Don’t expect no fairy tales, though. Life ain’t a fairy tale, and neither are these movies. They’re messy and complicated, just like real life. But that’s what makes ‘em good. They make you feel somethin’. They make you think. And they make you realize that you ain’t alone in this crazy world.
So go on, watch them movies. Laugh, cry, get mad, whatever you feel. It’s all good. Just remember, it’s just a movie. But sometimes, movies can tell you more about life than anythin’ else. And that’s the truth, I tell ya.
And if you’re still lookin’ for more, just search online for “movies like Edge of Seventeen” or “teen movies with family drama.” You’ll find plenty, trust me. The internet’s got everything these days. Too much, if you ask me. But that’s a whole ‘nother story for another time.
